Youth and Skill Development
Youth and Skill Development PLYC’s youth and skill development initiatives empower young individuals by providing them with opportunities to enhance their skills, build networks, and address local challenges through social action projects. The program offered vocational training in trades such as tailoring, embroidery, and IT, benefitting 125 women and 125 men. Through leadership and social
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Services for Persons with Disabilities
Services for Persons with PLYC’s programs for persons with disabilities focus on rehabilitation, livelihood support, and inclusive infrastructure. The project distributed 50 wheelchairs and 50 sewing machines, empowering individuals to achieve economic independence. Additionally, handwashing facilities were installed in 100 government schools, ensuring accessibility for students with disabilities. PLYC collaborated with Save the Children to
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Human Rights and Gender Equity
Human Rights and Gender Equity PLYC’s human rights initiatives empower women and marginalized communities by addressing issues such as gender equity, violence prevention, and governance. The project trained 1,140 female councilors and 120 trainers on women’s rights, leadership, and governance. Workshops on domestic violence engaged over 500 participants, raising awareness about women’s legal rights and
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Child Labor Elimination Programs
Child Labor Elimination Programs PLYC implemented comprehensive programs to eliminate child labor, particularly in hazardous sectors such as brick kilns and scavenging. This project identified 1,175 children engaged in labor and transitioned them into schools with monthly stipends of PKR 2,000. In collaboration with the Labour Department and ILO, PLYC conducted community awareness campaigns highlighting
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Non-Formal Education and Literacy Programs
Non-Formal Education and Literacy Programs PLYC’s non-formal education program aims to uplift underprivileged children and adults through tailored education models. The project established 39 non-formal education centers and 15 adult literacy centers, targeting out-of-school children and adults in remote areas. Over 1,175 children involved in labor were enrolled in these schools, receiving monthly stipends of
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Restoring Social Services and Climate Resilience
Restoring Social Services and Climate Resilience PLYC’s flood relief initiative focuses on rebuilding communities affected by devastating floods in Dera Ghazi Khan. The project emphasizes restoring essential services, including health, education, and food security, while fostering climate resilience. To provide immediate relief, PLYC constructed 100 shelters for displaced families and established 20 makeshift schools to
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Maternal and Child Health (PAIMAN)
Maternal and Child Health (PAIMAN) The PAIMAN project, supported by USAID, focuses on improving maternal and child health outcomes in rural areas of Multan, Khanewal, and Dera Ghazi Khan. It includes training 229 Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) and providing 10 ambulances under the RESAI initiative for emergency transportation. Community sessions targeted 1,500 school council members,
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Commemoration of World TB Day 2023
Commemoration of World TB Day 2023 On March 24, 2023, Pakistan Lions Youth Council (PLYC) organized a significant event to commemorate World TB Day at the Governor House, Punjab. This event aimed at honoring TB warriors who contributed to controlling tuberculosis in Pakistan. Prominent officials, including the Governor of Punjab, attended the ceremony. They highlighted
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HIV/AIDS Prevention and Rehabilitation Initiatives
HIV/AIDS Prevention and Rehabilitation Initiatives The HIV/AIDS Prevention and Rehabilitation project by PLYC focuses on reducing the spread of HIV among high-risk populations, including injecting drug users (IDUs), female sex workers, and prisoners. With a comprehensive approach, the initiative emphasizes awareness, testing, and access to healthcare. Over 1,567 prisoners were tested for HIV in Multan’s
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Wash (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) Projects
Wash (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) Projects PLYC’s WASH initiatives aim to improve sanitation and access to clean water in underserved communities. These efforts include school hygiene programs, community awareness campaigns, and emergency relief during disasters like the 2022 floods. Under the “Hygiene & Behavior Change Communication” project, 1,139 teachers were trained, and 50 hygiene promotion
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